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The Church That Does: Tucson Lutherans Turn Peanut Butter Into Abundance
The Church That Does: Tucson Lutherans Turn Peanut Butter Into Abundance

A congregation averaging just over 70 people in worship collected 1,440 jars of peanut butter for Interfaith Community Services—earning New Spirit Lutheran Church in Tucson recognition as the drive’s top per-capita donor and third-highest donor overall. Fellow Tucson congregation Tanque Verde Lutheran was also among the top five donors, contributing 1,187 pounds.

Pastor Greg Hartman shares how a simple food drive became a story of moving from scarcity to abundance—and discovering that with the Holy Spirit, a small congregation can make a very big impact.

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Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardNew Spirit Tucson, Kino ConferenceComment
Desert Hills Lutheran Church in Green Valley Seeks Director of Worship
Desert Hills Lutheran Church in Green Valley Seeks Director of Worship

Desert Hills Lutheran Church in Green Valley, Arizona is excited to begin the search for our next Director of Worship. This key leadership position will work closely with our pastors, staff, musicians, and volunteers to help shape meaningful worship experiences that inspire faith, build community, and glorify God. View PDF job description here.

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Grand Canyon SynodSolveig MuusHelp Wanted, Desert Hills Green Valley, Kino ConferenceComment
Desert Hills Lutheran Church in Green Valley Seeks Director of Worship
Desert Hills Lutheran Church in Green Valley Seeks Director of Worship

Desert Hills Lutheran Church in Green Valley, Arizona is excited to begin the search for our next Director of Worship. This key leadership position will work closely with our pastors, staff, musicians, and volunteers to help shape meaningful worship experiences that inspire faith, build community, and glorify God. View PDF job description here.

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Grand Canyon SynodSolveig MuusHelp Wanted, Desert Hills Green Valley, Kino ConferenceComment
Lutheran Church of the Foothills Seeks Part-Time Music Ministry Leader
Lutheran Church of the Foothills Seeks Part-Time Music Ministry Leader

Lutheran Church of the Foothills in Tucson is seeking a Part-Time Music Ministry Leader to support worship, choir leadership, and congregational music ministry. The flexible position is envisioned at approximately 20 hours per week, with compensation around $30,000 annually, and applicants with strengths in organ, piano, or choir direction are encouraged to apply. Applications will be reviewed as received until the position is filled.

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Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardKino Conference, Lutheran Church of the Foothills TucsonComment
Lutheran Church of the Foothills Seeks Part-Time Music Ministry Leader
Lutheran Church of the Foothills Seeks Part-Time Music Ministry Leader

Lutheran Church of the Foothills in Tucson is seeking a Part-Time Music Ministry Leader to support worship, choir leadership, and congregational music ministry. The flexible position is envisioned at approximately 20 hours per week, with compensation around $30,000 annually, and applicants with strengths in organ, piano, or choir direction are encouraged to apply. Applications will be reviewed as received until the position is filled.

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Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardHelp Wanted, Kino Conference, Lutheran Church of the Foothills TucsonComment
Household Blessings: How One Tucson Congregation Turned a Rummage Sale into a Ministry of Care
Household Blessings: How One Tucson Congregation Turned a Rummage Sale into a Ministry of Care

When a longtime rummage sale ended during the pandemic, members of Tanque Verde Lutheran Church in Tucson reimagined what ministry could look like. Today, Household Blessings collects and redistributes donated household goods, clothing, linens, furniture, and children’s items to 56 local agencies serving veterans, refugees, families in crisis, unhoused neighbors, and more. Discover how one congregation is turning everyday essentials into tangible expressions of Christ’s love.

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Grand Canyon SynodBrian Flatgard2026 Assembly Stories, Kino Conference, Tanque Verde TucsonComment
Now Hiring: Collaborative Musician at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Tucson
Now Hiring: Collaborative Musician at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Tucson

Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church (ELCA), 1200 N. Campbell Ave., Tucson, is seeking a part-time Collaborative Musician (keyboardist) to help lead joyful, meaningful worship. Responsibilities include Sunday worship leadership, choir accompaniment, and collaboration on liturgy. Applications are due March 31, with a flexible start date (no later than June 1). Learn more at lutherantucson.org or apply at Oslc@lutherantucson.org.

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Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardOur Saviour's Tucson, Kino ConferenceComment
Now Hiring: Collaborative Musician at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Tucson
Now Hiring: Collaborative Musician at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Tucson

Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church (ELCA), 1200 N. Campbell Ave., Tucson, is seeking a part-time Collaborative Musician (keyboardist) to help lead joyful, meaningful worship. Responsibilities include Sunday worship leadership, choir accompaniment, and collaboration on liturgy. Applications are due March 31, with a flexible start date (no later than June 1). Learn more at lutherantucson.org or apply at Oslc@lutherantucson.org.

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Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardHelp Wanted, Our Saviour's Tucson, Kino ConferenceComment
Giving Thanks for Faithful Ministry: Pastor Robert S. Jones Retires
Giving Thanks for Faithful Ministry: Pastor Robert S. Jones Retires

Pastor Robert S. Jones retired from pastoral ministry on Sunday, January 4, 2026, concluding a faithful season of service at Santa Cruz Lutheran Church in Tucson and beyond. Retirement Rites were celebrated during worship, followed by a joyful congregational potluck.

We give thanks for Pastor Jones’ years of ministry in Arizona and abroad and lift him in prayer as he begins a new season of rest, renewal, and adventure.

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Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardKino Conference, Santa Cruz TucsonComment
Calling Pianists and Keyboardists: Serve in Worship at Beautiful Savior, Tucson
Calling Pianists and Keyboardists: Serve in Worship at Beautiful Savior, Tucson

Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church in Tucson is seeking a skilled Music Accompanist to play piano or keyboard for Sunday worship and seasonal services, and to support choir rehearsals. This 12–15 hour/week position collaborates closely with the Music Director and Pastor and plays a key role in Lutheran worship life. Musicians with strong keyboard skills and a heart for worship are encouraged to inquire.

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Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardKino Conference, Beautiful Savior TucsonComment
Calling Pianists and Keyboardists: Serve in Worship at Beautiful Savior, Tucson
Calling Pianists and Keyboardists: Serve in Worship at Beautiful Savior, Tucson

Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church in Tucson is seeking a skilled Music Accompanist to play piano or keyboard for Sunday worship and seasonal services, and to support choir rehearsals. This 12–15 hour/week position collaborates closely with the Music Director and Pastor and plays a key role in Lutheran worship life. Musicians with strong keyboard skills and a heart for worship are encouraged to inquire.

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Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardHelp Wanted, Kino Conference, Beautiful Savior TucsonComment
Jazz Meets the Nativity: New Spirit Lutheran in Tucson Hosts “Bending Towards the Light”
Jazz Meets the Nativity: New Spirit Lutheran in Tucson Hosts “Bending Towards the Light”

New Spirit Lutheran Church in Tucson once again hosts Arizona’s exclusive production of Bending Towards the Light: A Jazz Nativity on December 13 at 7 p.m. and December 14 at 5 p.m. This joyful retelling of the Nativity—written by Anne Phillips and inspired by “The Jazz Pastor” John Garcia Gensel—blends the Christmas story with the expressive beauty of jazz. Tickets and details at jazznativity.org/tucson.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardNew Spirit Tucson, Kino ConferenceComment
Jazz Meets the Nativity: New Spirit Lutheran in Tucson Hosts “Bending Towards the Light”
Jazz Meets the Nativity: New Spirit Lutheran in Tucson Hosts “Bending Towards the Light”

New Spirit Lutheran Church in Tucson once again hosts Arizona’s exclusive production of Bending Towards the Light: A Jazz Nativity on December 13 at 7 p.m. and December 14 at 5 p.m. This joyful retelling of the Nativity—written by Anne Phillips and inspired by “The Jazz Pastor” John Garcia Gensel—blends the Christmas story with the expressive beauty of jazz. Tickets and details at jazznativity.org/tucson.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian Flatgard2025 Advent and Christmas, New Spirit Tucson, Kino ConferenceComment
Give Back with Beauty: Vintage Jewelry Sale at Beautiful Savior in Tucson
Give Back with Beauty: Vintage Jewelry Sale at Beautiful Savior in Tucson

Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church in Tucson will host a Vintage Jewelry Sale on Saturday, December 6, from 8 a.m. to noon at 7570 North Thornydale Road. The sale features new, boxed vintage jewelry—rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, watches, charms, and Christmas pieces—with some items containing lab-created gems. All proceeds support charitable causes, and the event is cash only.

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Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardBeautiful Savior Tucson, Kino ConferenceComment
Give Back with Beauty: Vintage Jewelry Sale at Beautiful Savior in Tucson
Give Back with Beauty: Vintage Jewelry Sale at Beautiful Savior in Tucson

Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church in Tucson will host a Vintage Jewelry Sale on Saturday, December 6, from 8 a.m. to noon at 7570 North Thornydale Road. The sale features new, boxed vintage jewelry—rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, watches, charms, and Christmas pieces—with some items containing lab-created gems. All proceeds support charitable causes, and the event is cash only.

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Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardBeautiful Savior Tucson, Kino ConferenceComment
Join the Song: Maricopa Lutheran Seeks Church Musician & Choir Director
Join the Song: Maricopa Lutheran Seeks Church Musician & Choir Director

Maricopa Lutheran Church is hiring a Church Musician (pianist/keyboardist) and a Choir Director to serve a growing, song-loving congregation that worships at Desert Wind Middle School. Pay is per service/rehearsal with mileage reimbursement (IRS guidelines) for those outside Maricopa; roles are independent contractor (1099).

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Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardHelp Wanted, Maricopa Lutheran, Kino ConferenceComment
Walking Through History: Our Saviour’s Tucson Marks 80 Years of Ministry
Walking Through History: Our Saviour’s Tucson Marks 80 Years of Ministry

Celebrate 80 years of ministry with Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church in Tucson during a History Walk on Saturday, October 25, at 10:00 a.m. Walk through key spaces on campus as congregation members reenact moments from the church’s story, followed by a celebratory luncheon. Free and open to the public. For details or luncheon RSVPs, contact 520-327-6521 or oslc@lutherantucson.org.

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Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardOur Saviour's Tucson, Kino ConferenceComment
Walking Through History: Our Saviour’s Tucson Marks 80 Years of Ministry
Walking Through History: Our Saviour’s Tucson Marks 80 Years of Ministry

Celebrate 80 years of ministry with Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church in Tucson during a History Walk on Saturday, October 25, at 10:00 a.m. Walk through key spaces on campus as congregation members reenact moments from the church’s story, followed by a celebratory luncheon. Free and open to the public. For details or luncheon RSVPs, contact 520-327-6521 or oslc@lutherantucson.org.

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Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardOur Saviour's Tucson, Kino ConferenceComment